Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881. In addition to being 
one of the oldest independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business offering competitive compensation/benefits and a positive work environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all!  Our
shared F&R/Employee values include: Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success.
 

We're always on the lookout for FRESH and ENERGIZED talent; individuals and professionals who are not afraid to get their boots and hats a little dirty from the ruffles of the journey to engineering stability together.
 

Come be a part of this talented and dedicated team.

Join stability.  Apply now!
 

The Department Manager will oversee the geotechnical staff and all geotechnical projects of their assigned region.
 

Job Responsibilities:     

• Leads engineering and drilling staff and subcontractors to perform required work to meet client requirements
• Develops and manages drilling and project schedules and budgets
• Provides oversight of all geotechnical engineering projects undertaken
• Oversees and maintains assigned project profitability and client satisfaction in keeping with F&R goals
• Authors and/or reviews technical reports and letters
• Evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria during the execution of engineering services
• Takes lead on development of proposals to win profitable geotechnical projects throughout the assigned region
• Shares responsibility to meet the branches’ business development, marketing and proposal goals
• Mentors junior and senior CMT field and laboratory staff and supervision of PM's and field technicians
• May serves as lead project manager on higher profile projects in addition to providing oversight to junior level staff
• Participates in the hiring process of new engineers and drillers
• Performs staff and driller evaluations, helping to set and aid in achieving goals
• Upholds F&R mission statement and Core Values in all aspects of work
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s Degree preferred)
• PE License required, or ability to obtain within 1 year
• 7+ years of geotechnical experience preferred
• Experience with developing geotechnical clients in multiple markets
• Progressive experience leading teams to meet organizational/departmental goals

Core Competencies:  

• Must be a team leader who can lead growth and success through F&R values
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (oral and written)
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams to achieve goals
• Excellent attention to details
• Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug       screening and driving record

Work Environment and Physical Demands: 

• Ability to continuously sit, stand, and walk
• Ability to occasionally lift less than 20 lbs
• Ability to work outside in frequent changes of temperatures
• Ability to occasionally bend, squat, climb, push, and pull
• Ability to work in environments containing dust and fumes
• Ability to drive to and from work sites, must have valid driver’s license with good-standing driving record
• Ability to occasionally travel overnight (less than 35%)

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

F&R offers equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability or without regard to whether or not she or he is a
disabled veteran or a veteran of any war or any other distinction prohibited by federal, state, or local law